3+ years of fire alarm estimating experience, or 5+ years in fire-protection design, installation, project management, and estimating
NICET Level II or higher certification strongly preferred
Full-time availability in-office, Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
Willingness to undergo drug screening and background checks post-offer
Responsibilities
Monitor bid boards and review plans to qualify opportunities
Develop layouts and material takeoffs for construction projects
Prepare competitive proposals with clear scope narratives
Hand off awarded projects to management with detailed scope summaries
Maintain historical cost data and compare estimated versus actual costs
Support projects through design, quality control, and change order pricing
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Company-paid NICET testing and ongoing training
Career advancement opportunities
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on impactful projects that protect lives and property
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:
Bid Review and Qualification: Monitor bid boards, GC invitations, and building management invitations; review plans, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to qualify opportunities that fit our scope and capacity.
Layouts and Takeoffs: Develop layouts and material takeoffs for all phases of new construction, remodels, and tenant improvements.
Proposals: Prepare clear, competitive proposals with scope narratives, inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications; submit on time and follow up with customers through award.
Project Handoff: Hand awarded work to project management and field leadership with a clear scope summary and customer expectations.
Cost Data and Vendor Pricing: Maintain historical cost data, labor units, and vendor and subcontractor quotes; compare estimated versus actual costs on completed jobs to sharpen future bids.
Project Support: Support projects as needed through design and implementation, including plan review, quality control, and change order pricing.
What We're Looking For:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience: 3+ years of fire alarm estimating, or 5+ years of combined fire-protection design, installation, project management, and estimating experience
Certifications: NICET Level II or higher strongly preferred
Availability: Full-time in-office, Monday through Friday, 7:00am-4:00pm
Compliance: Drug screening and background checks will only be conducted after a conditional job offer is made. We evaluate criminal history based on its relevance to the job duties.
Pay: $80,000 - $140,000 per year including incentive opportunities; pay depends on experience and qualifications
Perks of Joining Our Team:
Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match
Professional Development: Company-paid NICET testing, ongoing training, and career advancement opportunities
Collaborative Environment: Work with a supportive and enthusiastic team dedicated to excellence
Impactful Work: Win the projects that protect lives and property across our region
If you're ready to put your alarm and low-voltage knowledge to work building winning bids, apply now to become our next Fire Alarm Estimator!
